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Best International Schools and Bilingual Schools in Rabat

By Betsy Burlingame

William Russell
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Summary: If you're moving to Rabat with kids, choosing a school if often your first decisions and impacts where you'll live. Here are some popular bilingual and international schools in Rabat

Rabat, the capital city of Morocco, offers a variety of international and bilingual schools catering to the expatriate community. While not as large as some major global cities, Rabat still provides a selection of reputable educational institutions for expat children. Among the most popular are the Rabat American School and the British School of Rabat, which are known for their high-quality education and diverse student bodies. Here is a list of some of the international and bilingual schools in and around Rabat that are suitable for expat kids.

Rabat American School

Grades: Pre-K through Grade 12
Location(s): 3 Rue Jaâfa As Sadik, Rabat
Website: www.ras.ma

The Rabat American School offers an American-style education with an international perspective. The curriculum includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and the school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. With state-of-the-art facilities, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a diverse student body representing over 50 nationalities, RAS provides a comprehensive education for expat children in Rabat.

British School of Rabat

Grades: Nursery through Year 13
Location(s): 13 Rue Dayet Ifrah, Souissi, Rabat
Website: www.britishschoolrabat.org

The British School of Rabat follows the English National Curriculum and offers IGCSEs and A-Levels. The school is known for its high academic standards, experienced international faculty, and a broad range of extracurricular activities. It is also a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS), ensuring a quality British education for students from the expatriate and local communities.

Lycée Descartes

Grades: Maternelle (Preschool) through Terminale (Grade 12)
Location(s): Avenue Al Mouqaouama, Rabat
Website: www.lyceedescartes.ac.ma

Lycée Descartes is a French international school that provides education from preschool to high school. It follows the French National Education curriculum and prepares students for the French Baccalaureate. The school boasts a multicultural environment, with a large number of students from French-speaking countries, and offers a range of cultural and sporting activities.

École Internationale de Rabat

Grates: Preschool through Grade 12
Location(s): Avenue Mohamed VI, Km 4.2, Souissi, Rabat
Website: www.eirabat.com

The École Internationale de Rabat offers a bilingual French-English education and follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. With modern facilities, a focus on holistic education, and a variety of extracurricular activities, EIR aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who are motivated to succeed.

École Belge de Rabat

Grades: Maternelle (Preschool) through Secondaire (High School)
Location(s): Avenue Annakhil, Hay Riad, Rabat
Website: www.ebrabat.com

The École Belge de Rabat provides a Belgian curriculum in French, with a focus on multilingualism. The school offers a nurturing environment and a range of activities that promote the intellectual, physical, and emotional development of students. It is a place where Belgian and international students can receive a quality education in Rabat.

International School of Rabat

Grades: Preschool through Grade 12
Location(s): Avenue Mohamed VI, Souissi, Rabat
Website: www.israbat.edu.ma

The International School of Rabat is an IB World School offering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. With a commitment to academic excellence, ISR provides a diverse and inclusive environment where students from various cultural backgrounds can thrive. The school also offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service.

About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.


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